Not only is Sonoma great for tasting wine, but the food scene is also incredible. Some of our favorite restaurants we’ve been to are in Sonoma. Don’t forget to make your reservations early for the more popular places like Girl and the Fig and Glen Ellen Star, they tend to book up months in advance!
1. Glen Ellen Star
Topping the list is Glen Ellen Star. It’s about a 15-minute drive from the Sonoma Plaza and technically in Glen Ellen, but I couldn’t leave it off of this list! You’ll need to either drive, taxi, or Uber/Lyft. There is essentially zero cell phone service at the restaurant, so make sure you arrange your ride home before you get there (this may have changed since our last visit in 2021).
2. Girl and the Fig
Coming in close at #2 is Girl and the Fig. Conveniently located right in the Sonoma Plaza, it’s easy to walk to if you’re staying close by.
3. Della Santina’s Trattoria
Great spot if you’re craving Italian, also located by the plaza. They have a really cute outdoor patio and their pasta is homemade.
4. Sunflower Caffé
Open breakfast through lunch, the Sunflower Caffé is a great place to get brunch before you start your wine tastings in the plaza.
5. Oso Sonoma
Located in, you guessed it, the Sonoma Plaza! We always stay within walking distance of the plaza and find it most convenient to get dinner near our accommodation after a day of wine tasting. Oso Sonoma serves up delicious small plates and a raw bar.
Bonus: Sweet Scoops
Who doesn’t need a little dessert after a busy day of wine tasting? Sweet Scoops does homemade ice cream well, making it daily in small batches, meaning their flavors change often!
There are many other amazing restaurants in the surrounding cities of Napa, Healdsburg, Yountville, St. Helena, and more. We hope to someday get to explore the other areas of California wine country!
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